Freedom of Information Act

The Freedom of Information Act allows the general public to request records electronically or in writing from the Federal Government. However, agencies may withhold information pursuant to nine exemptions and three exclusions contained in the statute. The FOIA applies only to federal agencies and does not create a right of access to records held by Congress, the courts, or by state or local government agencies. Each state has its own public access laws that should be consulted for access to state and local records. Currently the law allows 20 working days to process a FOIA request upon receipt of the request in the FOIA office.

To make a FOIA Request of the Washington National Guard, send your request by mail, fax or email to: